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Ultrasonic transducers with Q spoiling

US12059708B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 16, 2020
Grant dateAug 13, 2024
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Expiry dateJan 29, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB06B2201/30
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Disclosed herein are ultrasonic transducer systems comprising: an ultrasonic transducer comprising a substrate, a diaphragm, and a piezoelectric element; a first electrical circuitry coupled to the ultrasonic transducer, the first electrical circuitry configured for driving the ultrasonic transducer or detecting motion of the diaphragm; a plurality of electrical ports coupled to the ultrasonic transducer; and a second electrical circuitry connected to two or more of the plurality of electrical ports, the electrical circuitry comprising one or more of: a resistor, a capacitor, a switch, and an amplifier, wherein the second electrical circuitry is independent from the first electrical circuitry, and wherein the second electrical circuitry is configured to dampen the motion of the diaphragm.

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